Check out highlighted offers from NEA Member Benefits that range from food for fall parties to guided vacations to discounts on car rentals. NEA Click & Save “Buy-lights” for October 2016 NEA Click & Save, the online discount buying service for NEA members, highlights select retailers and merchants each month. Check out these featured “Buy-lights”…
DetailsMany people claim to speak for public education, but teachers turn to their fellow teachers when they want to know the truth about an issue—or a candidate for elected office. That’s why some Danbury teachers are working to get the word out to their fellow educators about Connecticut State House and Senate candidates who are…
DetailsCEA members hit the pavement at the 23rd annual Eversource Hartford Marathon today, but not all the teachers had their running shoes on—many volunteered their time in support of the Connecticut Education Foundation (CEF) and local charities. “For the teachers, it’s not just about running in the race, but participating in a worthy cause,” said…
DetailsHundreds of Connecticut students, teachers, and community members gathered together at schools across the state this morning, in support of fully funding public schools. They were part of a movement of walk-ins held at more than 2,000 schools nationwide. Vernon, Manchester, Bridgeport and other Connecticut school districts participated in the walk-ins. CEA President Sheila Cohen…
DetailsTeachers, parents, and students in Vernon are gathering for a show of solidarity and a “walk-in” at Rockville High School tomorrow to draw attention to the need for the state to fully fund education for all students. It’s part of a nationwide effort to support public education. Schools in Manchester and Bridgeport will also participate…
DetailsAn unprecedented Superior Court decision has sent shockwaves across the education community in Connecticut. Meanwhile, the long arm of the federal government is reaching into schools with the new Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). There has never been a more pressing time for teachers to band together and speak out to influence once-in-a-generation judicial, legislative,…
DetailsThe public school teachers who run the Connecticut STEM Academy have a deep belief in STEM’s ability to engage students and in the importance of family and community involvement in student learning. Since its founding in 2012, support from CEA, the NEA Foundation, and other groups has allowed the STEM Academy to multiply its program…
DetailsThere’s a good reason NEA Click & Save is so popular: The online shopping program saves NEA members tons of money. Many members especially enjoy using the dining deals offered by Restaurant.com. You can find fantastic discounts at great local restaurants, whether you’re planning a meal out with your family or treating fellow teachers to…
DetailsMillions of Americans miss out on the opportunity to vote every year because they don’t meet deadlines or don’t know how to register. National Voter Registration Day attempts to right this wrong and make sure every person who is eligible to vote and wants to do so is registered. National Voter Registration Day is a…
DetailsTeachers are lacing up their running shoes for the Hartford Marathon October 8 to support a good cause—and they need your help. Teachers are running on Team CEF to raise money for children and teachers in need and would greatly appreciate donations to the Connecticut Education Foundation (CEF). CEF is CEA’s charitable arm, and helps…
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